Posting Detail Information Working TitleCultural Resources Specialist - Oahu, Hawaii Position LocationOahu, Hawaii Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Research Professional Position Posting Number202500219AP Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib III Number of Vacancies1 Work Hours/Week40 Proposed Annual Salary Range$72,000 - $95,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on03/03/2025 Description of Work Unit CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at CSU . CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations. To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/. Position Summary A Cultural Resources Specialist position is available with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands ( CEMML ) on the Island of Oahu, Hawaii. The Cultural Resources Specialist position will support cultural resource compliance activities, prepare and evaluate National Historic Preservation Act ( NHPA ) Section 106 undertakings and documentation, coordinate and attend stakeholder meetings, and recommend cultural resource and compliance management activities to Command to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as Department of Defense policies and procedures. A high degree of analytic knowledge, initiative, and resourcefulness; proven leadership skills and team-building capabilities; and excellent oral and written communication skills are critical to success in this position. The position includes a combination of office and field activities involving execution and oversight of cultural resources support tasks, including but not limited to, identifying, documenting, monitoring, and protecting cultural resources; preparing information and analysis in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act and other historic preservation and environmental laws; managing cultural resources artifacts, records, and curation facility, in addition to geographic information; participating in historical research efforts; preparing and distributing material and assisting with consultation efforts; implementing treatment measures; developing and presenting outreach material; and facilitating safe public access to cultural resources. This position is duty station at Bellows Air Force Station but requires in-person travel and cultural resources support at Kaena Point Space Force Station. BELLOWS AFS LOCATION INFORMATION : Bellows Air Force Station was initially established as Waimanalo Military Reservation in 1917, and later renamed Bellows Field, in honor of 2nd Lt. Franklin Barney Bellows, who was killed in action during World War I. This was also one of the sites involved in the December 9, 1941, attack. Bellows Field remained active throughout World War II and became a separate permanent military installation in 1948. In 1973, a portion of Bellows was listed in the National Register of Historic Places as a site of archaeological significance with artifacts establishing this area as one of the oldest places of human habitation in the Hawaiian Islands. Ka’ena Point Space Force Station sits on a remote ridge 1,500 feet above Yokohama Bay. KPSFS began operations in 1958 as part of the nation’s first satellite reconnaissance program. Today, KPSFS supports more than 185 satellites, performing mission operations around the world. Relocation expenses may be available; conditions apply. This position qualifies for Hybrid work. Employees are expected to report in person/on-site on workdays. Required Job Qualifications • MS/MA degree in anthropology, archaeology, historic preservation, cultural resources management, history, or related field. • Meet the Secretary of Interior’s professional qualification standards (36 CFR , part 61) and/or applicable Office of Personnel Management ( OPM ) standards in accordance with Section 112 of the NHPA (54 USC 306131). • Minimum of two (2) years of post-graduate professional work experience that demonstrates a thorough understanding of the principles and theories of cultural resources management. Experience should include a combination of professional knowledge and experience working with applicable federal (e.g. NHPA Section 106 and 110) and state regulations. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. • Ability to conduct field work. • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the start date. • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Preferred Job Qualifications • Highly qualified candidates will demonstrate expertise and knowledge working with U.S. federal historic preservation laws and regulations that govern cultural resource management, including eligibility analysis and assessment of effects, pursuant to National Historic Preservation Act ( NHPA ), Archeological Resources Protection Act ( ARPA ), and Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act ( NAGPRA ). • Prior experience advising and/or conducting NHPA Section 106 consultation with a State Historic Preservation Office ( SHPO ) and/or Tribal Historic Preservation Office ( THPO ) in accordance with 36 CFR §800. • Greater than two (2) years of post-graduate professional work experience that demonstrates a thorough understanding of the principles and theories of cultural resources management. • Demonstrate knowledge of cultural resource issues on U.S. military installations and familiarity with Department of Defense, Navy, Marine Corps, and/or Air Force policies and procedures related to cultural resources management. • Demonstrate experience collating, tracking, reviewing, and preparing reports to ensure that all documentation and deliverables are complete and comply with professional/contractual standards. • Demonstrate experience budgeting and tracking expenses for CR projects or programs. • Demonstrate experience updating and/or writing management plans, such as Integrated Cultural Resources Management Plans or others. • Familiarity with osteological identification and analysis methods. • Professional cultural resources experience in the Pacific region, particularly the Hawaiian Islands. • Familiarity with Geographic Information System ( GIS ) preferred. • Experience with GPS mapping equipment. • Experience with public archaeology and community outreach preferred. Diversity Statement Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryCultural Resources Management Duty/Responsibility • Plan, coordinate, and provide technical support and assistance to all aspects of installations’ cultural resources management and programs under applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations including but not limited to NHPA , NEPA , NAGPRA , ARPA , AIRFA , 36 CFR 79, DoDI 4715.16, and DoDI 4710.03; as well as AFMAN 32-7003 and/or SECNAVINST 4000.35A and MCO P5090.2A. • Provide technical support to planning, design, coordination, and oversight of construction activities, environmental issues, projects, and coordinating with Federal and State regulators. • Provide technical expertise in reviewing and evaluating proposed actions, designs, scopes of work, budgets, and work orders to determine applicable NHPA Section 106 activities. • Assist in defining requirements, developing and integrating execution strategies, cost estimates, and other components of acquisition packages in support of installation mission. • Assist with project planning, programming, budgeting and execution, auditing and analysis, education and training, data management, and policy and guidance related to environmental programs; and shall review, analyze, and validate concept designs, scopes of work, reports, and other media. Percentage Of Time75 Job Duty CategoryInventory and Assessment Duty/Responsibility • Conduct historic building and archaeological inventories and evaluations, site monitoring, collections and associated records management, and respond to inadvertent discoveries. • Perform osteological assessment of materials, and develop appropriate treatment, internment, and/or repatriation plans. Percentage Of Time10 Job Duty CategoryCommunication, coordination, and reporting Duty/Responsibility • Prepare reports, briefings, etc. in collaboration with SMEs and SMSs, engineers, higher headquarters, installation organizations, other military services, other personnel at Federal agencies, and private organizations to develop, evaluate, resolve, and implement solutions to cultural resource challenges. • Regularly and routinely communicate via in-person meetings, tele/video conferences, and email to provide technical expertise and guidance regarding cultural resource management and related activities. • Prepare meeting materials and minutes. • Conducts document preparation, review, and summary. • Prepares briefs, presentations, and memoranda that support management deliberations and decisions. • Gathers, synthesizes, and analyzes data; and • Prepare quarterly progress reports. Percentage Of Time10 Job Duty CategoryIntegrated Cultural Resources Management Plan Duty/Responsibility • Conduct annual review and update of the ICRMP in coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Percentage Of Time5 Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other - Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) and public trust clearance. Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal backgro Search ContactCEMML_Recruiter@colostate.edu EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. 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Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * The successful candidate must demonstrate U.S. employment eligibility at time of application; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Do you have U.S. Employment eligibility at the time of application? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + List of Professional References + Unofficial Transcripts Optional Documents + Cover Letter + Official Transcripts + Other